Abstract
We present new discrete-time mixed-integer linear programming formulations for short-term scheduling in multi-purpose batch plants, the most general sequential production environment. We first discuss how multi-purpose batch plants can be expressed using State-Task Network and Resource-Task Network representations through batch-based definition of states (resources) and tasks. We then develop two models based on each representation that account for limited intermediate storage, and discuss extensions such as limited shared resources and time-varying resource availability/cost. Finally, we present several case studies to illustrate the applicability and performance of the proposed models.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 171-183 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Computers and Chemical Engineering |
Volume | 107 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 5 2017 |
Externally published | Yes |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Chemical Engineering
- Computer Science Applications
Keywords
- Process operations
- Sequential production environment